6 p.m., doors open; 7 p.m., concert be-gins; St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10301 Coastal Hwy., O.C. The Balti-more Philharmonia is a not-for-profit intergenerational community orchestra made up of professional and accomplished musicians that provides an opportunity for performers of all ages to play symphonic repertoire. Conducted by Ruben Capriles, with guest conductor Mayor Rick Meehan. Free concert with donations gratefully accepted. For more information, 410-524-7474.

Nov. 27: Garden Club’s
“Decorate The Pines” Event

8:30 a.m., Ocean Pines Community Center. Sponsored by the Ocean Pines Garden Club. Wreaths and swags are created on-site then hung throughout the community. Fresh greens are welcome and volunteers are needed to create or hang the Wreaths. A chili lunch will follow. Everyone is invited to participate. For more info, 410-208-3992.

6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort, Cambridge. Event of the year to celebrate and support United Way programs with dining, great music and dancing. Silent & live auctions. Proceeds benefit United Way and help provide funding for 60 programs. Tickets are $125, per person. Special hotel rates available. Black tie optional. For more information, www.unitedwayforus.org or call 410-742-5143 or email pam@unitedway4us.org.

1-4 p.m., Salisbury Zoo, 755 South Park Dr., Salisbury. Art or craft items must be handmade by the artisan. Cost: $10 per 6-foot table or $20, per 10×10 space. For registration form visit www.salisburyzoo.org. Must include photo of items. For more information, 410-546-3440.

Dec. 9: Sharptown’s Annual
Christmas Tree Lighting

7 p.m., Main Street Park. Sponsored by the Sharptown Historical Commission. Christmas carols and Santa. Visit the friendly town on the Nanticoke river. Refreshments to follow at Asbury Methodist Community Hall. For more information, 443-880-0418.

Dec. 12: TOPS Meeting

5 p.m., Ocean City Library. TOPS, or Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group for weight loss and provides education on health issues. For more information, 443-365-4722.

9:30 a.m., OC Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., O.C. The chapter will hold installation of new board members and a homemade holiday celebration. Travel opportunities available for 2013. All persons age 50 and over are welcome. For more information, aarp1917.org.